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Question 1
Where should chocks be placed when parking on a downhill slope?
Correct Answer:
In front of the front wheels
Explanation:
When you’re parked on a downhill slope, the vehicle would tend to roll forward toward the bottom if the brakes let go. Chocks should be placed against the wheels on the downhill side to block that forward movement, specifically in front of the front wheels. This stops the car from rolling down the slope even if the parking brake slips a notch. The other options wouldn’t prevent forward roll: placing chocks behind the rear wheels wouldn’t stop forward movement, and placing them next to the fuel cap or on the left side has no effect on wheel stability. Remember to use the chocks in addition to the parking brake when on any grade.
Question 2
What happens to traction once the tires begin to skid?
Correct Answer:
Traction decreases
Explanation:
Traction is the grip between the tires and the road. When tires roll without slipping, the friction is static and provides the maximum grip. Once the tires start to skid, they slide across the road, and the friction becomes kinetic, which is weaker than static. That drop in friction means the tires lose grip, so traction decreases. Road conditions like wet or icy surfaces make this even more pronounced, increasing stopping distances and reducing steering control. Systems that prevent wheel lock help, but once a skid begins, easing braking to let static friction reestablish is how you regain traction.
Question 3
What is the primary purpose of warning devices at a breakdown site?
Correct Answer:
Alert oncoming traffic and prevent a secondary crash
Explanation:
Warning devices are placed to alert oncoming traffic that there is a breakdown ahead, giving drivers enough time to slow down and maneuver safely. This creates a warning zone that reduces the risk of a secondary crash involving the stopped vehicle. They’re used in all lighting conditions, so the goal isn’t to light the driver’s path or to improve fuel efficiency.
Question 4
Which statement correctly distinguishes provincial and federal inspection thresholds?
Correct Answer:
Provincial threshold applies to heavier trucks (11,794 kg+); federal threshold applies to lighter trucks (4,500 kg+).
Explanation:
Understanding who does the inspection based on vehicle weight helps you see why the split exists: heavier commercial trucks are governed by provincial thresholds, while lighter ones fall under federal thresholds. In practice, trucks at or above 11,794 kg are inspected under provincial rules, and trucks starting at 4,500 kg up to the lighter end are inspected under federal rules. This division matches enforcement responsibilities and applicable safety standards for different sizes of trucks. The other statements either misplace the weight range or mix up which level applies to which category.
Question 5
When waiting to turn left, what should you do to avoid being pushed into oncoming traffic if hit from behind?
Correct Answer:
Keep front wheels straight and the brake depressed.
Explanation:
When you’re waiting to turn left, your main goal is to stay in your lane and minimize the chance of being pushed into traffic if someone hits you from behind. Keeping the front wheels straight prevents the impact from turning your vehicle toward the oncoming lane, and keeping the brake pressed stops or slows forward movement, reducing the likelihood you’ll end up in the traffic stream. If your wheels were turned, a rear-end hit could yank you into the opposite lane; simply signaling doesn’t provide the control needed to stay safely in your lane, and shifting into reverse isn’t practical or safe in traffic.
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Prepare with the Alberta Class 3 Drivers License Practice Exam practice quiz. This question bank includes 10 questions covering chocks, parking, primary, engine, and alberta. Use it to review important concepts, identify knowledge gaps, and build confidence for the related exam, course, or assessment.

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